This unison approach to improving sight-reading proficiency concentrates on one rhythmic figure per week. Each unit is composed of three parts: the rhythmic figure itself, an exercise using only that figure,...view details

This exceptional compilation contains a wealth of traditional hymns, folk melodies and chorales from various sources that include early American hymns as well as chorales from the English, Welsh and...

In concert band, the clarity of the music can only come through if the articulation skill of the performers is accurate and presented consistently across the band. These wonderful articulation studies are...view details

Frank Erickson has taken a unique approach in this extremely functional book. Each of the eight units comprising the book is in a different key and contains a chorale arrangement, scale studies, arpeggios,...view details

Any piece with a title this bad has to be good! And it is! One of the best "teaching pieces" that has ever been written, this takes the tedious but all-important job of practicing chromatic scales and changes...view details

This book is perfect for middle school and junior high bands! A thorough, easy-to-use band technique program, it provides material that is ideal for use in full band rehearsals, sectionals and private...view details

Building Blocks for Beginning Band is a warm-up and technique book for young instrumentalists. There is one book for each instrument -- they can be used for private instruction, small group lessons, or...view details

Solve balance and intonation issues with these easy-to-use and effective exercises where students learn how to listen. All five cadence forms are represented in all twelve major keys and voiced in three parts...view details

Written for first-year performers, this provides a charming musical addition to programming, warm-up, and instrumental study. Careful attention to balance, blend, dynamics, and phrasing will enhance...

A collection of warm-up chorales that build musicianship, tone quality, intonation, balance and blend in a young band. The chorales used are popular hymns or songs scored for younger groups to build...view details

An exercise book that teaches the basics of ensemble playing with the Circle of 4ths. It is a unique book for band in that there is only one book for all instruments. There are endless possibilities for...view details

The third in a series of four progressive, in-depth and highly effective warm-up programs developed by Robert W. Smith and used with every honor band he guest conducts. Highly organized, each Band...view details

This greatly needed collection is a set of short warm-ups designed to improve young players awareness of articulation, intonation, dynamics, etc. An excellent way to start any and all rehearsals!...view details

ConnectionsConnections (Chorales and Exercises to Emphasize the Art of Legato Playing for the Middle-Level Band)Larry Clark & Sean O'Loughlin - Carl Fischer LLC

Give your middle-level band the tools they need to produce smooth legato playing. This series of books for all band instruments presents a logical sequence in a variety of keys to improve this important...view details

An innovative change of playing traditional-style chorales for warm-ups! John Moss' fresh approach is a unique set of six chorales with contemporary harmonies, interesting inner parts and moving lines to...view details

Developed by Robert W. Smith and used with honor bands he conducts, this is the second in a series of four highly organized and effective band warm-ups. Each clinic contains four segments: tone, technique,...view details

This collection of eight original, beautifully orchestrated chorales are complete with piano accompaniment that may be used for rehearsal. The short, eight-measure selections are great for working on...view details

Excerpts, etudes, and exercises for six classic band works are included as well as composer background, music history and culture. The works included are: First Suite in Eflat-Holst; English Folksong...view details

The goal of this collection is to provide appropriate exercises for use at every rehearsal. These may be used at any stage of ensemble development, including the beginner level. Basic performance skills are...view details